When it comes to selling a home, thoughtful marketing can make all the difference. From creating buzz to making sure the right buyers walk through the door, every strategy counts. Here are my top five tried-and-true ways to market a home effectively. 1. Host Open Houses Frequently You can never overexpose a home by holding […]

Why the Lot at 5100 Broadway Has Sat Empty — And What It Means for Future Development At the DiMaggio Betta Group, we often get questions about neighborhoods, commercial projects, and the future of local redevelopment. One of the most common inquiries we hear is about the long-empty lot at 5100 Broadway in Oakland. If […]

Modern homebuyers are balancing affordability, interest rates, and livability in ways that redefine what “dream home” means. Many are trading square footage for location, looking for community perks over luxury upgrades, and comparing long-term costs more than ever. The housing market’s rhythm is shifting — and buyers are moving with strategy, not sentiment. The Real […]

The Time to Make Decisions About Care and Community Is Before the Need Becomes Urgent — Not After Over the past decade, I’ve spent time learning about the various retirement communities and options for mature adults heading into their golden years. It began as curiosity and evolved into something much deeper — an awareness of […]